Thin veneer theory

The thin veneer theory goes like this... humans at their core are animals.  There is only a thin veneer of goodness that covers their inner animal urges.  Given the opportunity, humans will break out of the veneer and steal, ransack and pillage.  And everything that comes with it.

Some would hold out as an example of this, what happened in New Orleans after Katrina with the looting and other misbehavior that was going on.

The theory goes on that government and civilized laws are all that keep people from disintegrating into chaotic behavior.

I for one, do not believe it.  Although I know that we can be pretty bad to each other, it is my strong belief that we have choices.  When people choose to hurt others, it is a choice.  When people choose to act out in kindness, it is a choice.

Do you feel bad ideas lurking just under your skin?  Choose to ignore them.  Choose to rise above them.  Let the thin veneer turn into a thick membrane upon which you can stand to act out in kindness.

It's a beautiful day in God's world, be sure to see the good.

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